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Orion Vixen 102FL Fluorite

Started by sws105, 02/25/2013 10:56PM
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Posted 09/01/2013 12:52PM #10
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Posted 09/18/2013 06:35PM #12
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Steve,

I agree with John, I'd only upgrade if you're unsatisfied with the performance of the focuser you have. That said, I'm a big fan of Moonlite and have three myself. Unless you're going to use only light 1 1/4" eye pieces, do get the fine focus option, as they will recommend.

Refractor focusers are expensive, so you should also consider Feather Touch if you're set on an upgrade. I also have an AP 2.7" focuser on my refractor. It's nice, too. I think it can be had for less that a Feather Touch.
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Posted 09/18/2013 07:50PM #13
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After some work I got the stock focuser on mine working quite well but there is something to be said for having a 2 speed.....

I upgraded mine to the dual rate moonlight and have not regretted it one bit......

Steve Salvo said:


Orion/Vixen 102fl Fluorite

Looking for opinions, for those who upgraded your Focuser, was it worth it?? I am looking at getting the Moonlite.
Thoughts? Thanks...Steve
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